The cheapest and fastest trains from Oxford to St Ives
Cheapest price
$125
Average price
$125
Fastest journey
6 h 24 m
Average duration
6 h 24 m
Trains per day
1
Distance
342 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Oxford to St Ives is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Oxford to St Ives will cost around $125 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only $125.
Of the 1 trains that leave Oxford for St Ives on Wed, Jan 28, 1 travel direct so it’s quite easy to avoid journeys where you’ll have to change along the way.
On Wed, Jan 28 the direct trains cover the 342 km distance in an average of 6 h 24 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 6 h 24 m .
On Wed, Jan 28 the slowest trains will take 6 h 24 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.


Travel Information
Compare train, bus, and flight for Oxford to St Ives
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Oxford to St Ives among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price take the bus with prices starting from €76. For those with little time consider booking a flight which can get you there in 2h 15m. The ticket price range depends on the travel mode: a bus costs an average of €76, and a flight costs an average of €82.
Distance: 212 miles (342 km)
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Most popular Train | Flight | Bus |
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€95 Average price | €241 Average price | €88 Average price Cheapest |
5h 57m Average total duration 5h 27m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 5h 15m Average total duration Fastest 2h 15m Onboard + 3h 0m Additional time* | 11h 49m Average total duration 11h 19m Onboard + 30m Additional time* |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
Live departures
Oxford to St Ives train times
The table below shows live departures for Oxford to St Ives trains for tomorrow, Wednesday, January 28. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
![]() | 10:04 AM Oxford | 6h24 | 4:28 PM St Ives | 0 transfersDirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Oxford to St Ives
Train Ticket Prices
- Budget Options: Train tickets from Oxford to St Ives start from as low as $120 (€94) if booked well in advance.
- Standard Fares: Typically, trains cost $121 (€95) depending on the train type and class.
Journey Duration & Frequency
- On average there are 5 daily trains from Oxford to St Ives with 0 direct service.
- The fastest trains can take as little as 5h 29m but the average duration is 5h 27m
Train Operators
- Travel from Oxford to St Ives with Great Western Rail, Cross Country, and first_great_western
- The most booked train company for this route on Omio is Great Western Rail.
Stations & Schedule
- Most trains depart from Oxford station (OXF) and arrive in St Ives station (SIV)
- First train typically departs at 12:11 AM and the last at 11:15 PM
Distance 212 miles (342 km) |
Average train duration 5h 27m |
Cheapest ticket price $120 (€94) |
Trains per day 5 |
Fastest train 5h 29m |
First train 00:11 |
Last train 23:15 |
Train companies: Great Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western from Oxford to St Ives trainsGreat Western Rail, Cross Country, first_great_western trains will get you between Oxford and St Ives from $97 (€76). With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Cross Country
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FAQs: Trains from Oxford to St Ives
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Oxford to St Ives by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at St Ives, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

popular train stations
Popular train stations from Oxford to St Ives
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:45 - 20:00 Saturday 07:30 - 20:00 Sunday 07:15 - 20:00 Please note: Reservations and tickets requiring reservations can only be sold between 09:00 and 18:00
- Car Park: Station Car Park
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free access to all platforms via lifts and an overbridge to access platform 4. Safety warning - Please be aware that some platforms at this station have no or only partial tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided
- Accessible taxis: Accessible Taxis available at this station Please request staff assistance or call our free help line for.
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible ticket machines note: Situated by the ticket office.
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: Yes
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: The toilets are located on the Station Concourse. The National key toilets are operated by a RADAR key. The RADAR key is available from station staff upon request.
- National key toilets: Yes
- National key toilets location: The radar key is available from station staff.
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage location: Car park
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: From station forecourt in front of station
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 05:30 - 20:00 Saturday 06:00 - 20:00 Sunday 07:00 - 16:00
- Staff help available: Yes
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Access Category A. Step free access to platforms via lifts.
- Accessible taxis: If you would like us to assist you in booking an accessible taxi for your onward journey please contact 03456 005 165
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Accessible toilets: Yes
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Toilets Location: Within the station building
- National key toilets: Yes
- Baby changing facilities: Yes
- Storage sheltered: Yes
- Storage location: Dedicated area on station forecourt
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Information available from staff: Yes - from information point
- Helpline Contact: 03456 005 165
- Passenger Information Systems: Departure screens, Announcements
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Rail replacement buses depart from the front of the station or from the Park & Ride bus stop.
- Opening hours: Monday - Friday 08:00 - 18:00 Saturday - Sunday 08:00 - 18:00
- Car Park: Council Managed Car Park
- Staff help available: No
- Step free access coverage: Yes
- Step free access note: Step Free Category A Station - This station has step free acccess to the platform. Safety warning - Please be aware that this station has no tactile paving on the platform edge. Please take extra care when using this station.
- Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users may require assistance using car park equipment at this station
- Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station
- Ramp for train access: Yes
- Wheelchairs available: No
- Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: Yes
- Storage sheltered: No
- Storage CCTV: Yes
- Location for Rail Replacement Services: Malakoff bus stop, the Terrace
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